RARE DONALD WEXLER-DESIGNED DESERT MODERN RANCH HOME! Discover a remarkable piece of Apple Valley architectural history in this distinctive 3-bedroom, 2-bath California Ranch home, offering 2,187 sq. ft. on an expansive .44-acre lot. Designed by renowned architect Donald Wexler, this exceptional residence captures the essence of California Desert Modern architecture, with an emphasis on natural light, open spaces and seamless indoor-outdoor living.
Floor-to-ceiling sliders in the living room and all three bedrooms open to the spectacular backyard, creating a natural connection between the home and its resort-like surroundings. The entertainer’s backyard features two pools, including a 14' x 26' lap pool and a separate heated pool inspired by the tranquil experience of a Japanese onsen. Beautiful rockwork and surrounding patio areas create a peaceful, private retreat.
The property also offers an impressive collection of flexible additional spaces. Attached to the 22' x 20' garage is a spacious 22' x 16' sunroom/playroom, ideal for entertaining, recreation, hobbies or additional living space. A separate 13' x 22' hobby/workshop room provides even more room for creative projects, crafts or a private workshop/man cave.
This is more than a home—it is a rare architectural offering that celebrates the beauty of the High Desert through glass, light, rock, water and thoughtfully designed indoor-outdoor living. A truly special opportunity to own a Donald Wexler-designed California Desert Modern residence
For sale
Listed by: Coldwell Banker Home Source • Lori Kilgore • Contact: 7607926044
Price cut: $53K (10/15)
$497,000
19964 Nowata Rd, Apple Valley, CA 92307
3beds
2,187sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
0.44 Acres Lot
$495,800 Zestimate®
$227/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 21 days
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Listed by:
Lori Kilgore DRE #01454116 7607926044,
Coldwell Banker Home Source
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: HD26206323
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Entry/Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Primary bedroom
- Features: Main Level Primary
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Down
Bedroom
- Features: Bedroom on Main Level
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- All Bedrooms Down, Bedroom on Main Level, Main Level Primary
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,187 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: 1st floor
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Gas Heat, In Ground, Private
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Heated, Private
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Desert
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
Details
- Parcel number: 3112165010000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Type Unknown
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Valley
Location
- Region: Apple Valley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $227/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $179,912
- Date on market: 9/25/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 22 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,Submit,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$495,800
$471,000 - $521,000
$3,107/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2026 | Price change | $497,000-9.6%$227/sqft |
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| 9/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,999+358.3%$251/sqft |
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| 6/1/2025 | Listing removed | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 5/29/2025 | Listed for rent | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 4/13/2012 | Sold | $120,000-6.1%$55/sqft |
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| 1/14/2012 | Listing removed | $127,775$58/sqft |
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| 9/1/2011 | Price change | $127,775-3%$58/sqft |
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| 8/26/2011 | Price change | $131,726-3%$60/sqft |
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| 8/18/2011 | Price change | $135,800-3%$62/sqft |
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| 8/7/2011 | Price change | $140,000-3.4%$64/sqft |
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| 7/31/2011 | Price change | $145,000-6.5%$66/sqft |
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| 7/2/2011 | Price change | $155,000-6.1%$71/sqft |
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| 5/13/2011 | Listed for sale | $165,000-17.4%$75/sqft |
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| 3/12/2004 | Sold | $199,754+73.7%$91/sqft |
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| 8/29/2001 | Sold | $115,000$53/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $179,912 +2% |
| 2025 | $2,054 +3% | $176,384 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,995 +1% | $172,925 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,975 +1.6% | $169,534 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,943 +2.4% | $166,210 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,897 +1.3% | $162,951 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,873 +2% | $161,281 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,837 +19.1% | $158,119 +19.4% |
| 2018 | $1,543 +1.5% | $132,469 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,520 | $129,872 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,520 +5.9% | $127,325 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,435 +1.6% | $125,413 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,413 | $122,956 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $122,400 -17.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $148,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $148,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $148,800 -12% |
| 2009 | -- | $169,000 -21.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $216,220 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $211,981 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $207,825 +70.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $121,879 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $119,490 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $117,300 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $115,000 +8.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $105,848 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $103,773 |
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